Graham Kerr, known for years as the Galloping Gourmet, and his wife Treena are coming to Renton Oct. 27 for a special event benefiting the St. Matthew Lutheran Church outreach programs.

The Kerrs, who live on Camano Island, will talk about gardening and cooking that lead to a healthy lifestyle.

The event is 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the church, 1700 Edmonds Ave. N.E. The $35 tickets are available online at http://aninvitationtogrow.bpt.me.

Proceeds will benefit the church’s middle school after-school program, the Renton Community Supper and the Grace Chinese Church among others.

Donations are also accepted online.

Each household will receive a copy of Graham’s cookbook, “The Gathering Place.